PennDOT Potter and Cameron County Maintenance work schedule for the week of June 12 – June 16, 2023
Emporium/Coudersport, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Potter and Cameron County Maintenance announces the following work schedule for the week of June 12 – June 16, 2023, weather permitting. Motorists should travel with extra caution in these and all work areas. Motorists should be aware that due to the nature of highway maintenance and emergency work, crews could be working on any highway at any time of the day or night.
Cameron County 0240
Box Culvert Replacement: Detour in place starting Thursday, June 15th
- State Route: 4001 (Old West Creek Road)
Sign Repair:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Mowing:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Spray Patch:
- State Route: 4002 (Rich Valley Road)
- State Route: 3001 (Moore Hill Road)
- State Route: 1001 (Oak Street)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Richardson Tree & Landscape Company, Inc– Tree Trimming
State Route: 46 (Rich Valley to the McKean County line)
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 46 will be utilizing flaggers.
Patriot Tree Surgeons– Tree Removal
State Route: 120 (Elk County line)
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 120 will be utilizing flagger.
Potter County 0260
Sign Repairs/Replacement:
- State Route: Various SR throughout County
Shoulder Cutting:
- State Route: 44 (Coneville to Shinglehouse)
- 4014 (Plank Road)
- State Route: 4023 (Eleven Mile Road)
- State Route: 4017 (Sunny Side Road)
Pipe Replacement:
- State Route: 1010 (Genesee/ Mills Road)
- State Route: 1003 (Loucks Mills Road)
- State Route: 1024 (Old Route 6 – Behind Larry’s Sports Center)
Spray Patching:
- State Route: 1015 (Collins Hill Road)
- State Route: 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road)
Crack Sealing:
- State Route: 4007 (Dingman Run Road)
- State Route: 1010 (Genesee/Mills Road)
Ditching:
- State Route: 1003 (Loucks Mills Road)
- State Route: 1005 (Phoenix Road)
The following work is scheduled to be completed by contractor, weather permitting:
Forest View Evergreen Tree Farms– Roadside Mowing
State Route: Germania/ Cross Fork area
Traffic control: Shadow Vehicle will be following the tractors as they mow along roadway.
Glenn O. Hawbaker Inc– Roadway/ Bridge repair
State Route: 6 (Port Allegany to Coudersport) Contractors will continue with roadway repairs and drainage upgrades. Bridge structure repairs will continue at the intersection of SR 6 and Trout Brook Road intersection.
Traffic control: Traffic along SR 6 will be utilizing flaggers during work hours, multiple work zones may be in project area, including temporary traffic signals at Trout Brook Road intersection.
Nestlerode Contracting Company, Inc– Bridge replacement
State Route: 1011 (Hickox/Ulysses Road)
Traffic control: Detour will be in place, traffic will use State Route 1012 (Jackson Road), State Route 49, and State Route 1011.
LTT Trucking LLC– Bridge Replacement
State Route: 449 (Brookland Road)
Traffic control: Detour will be in place, traffic will use State route 49, State route 1008 (Cross Road) and State route 1001 (Fox Hill Road)
IA Construction Corp– Roadway Repair
State Route: 4005 (Whitney Creek Road) and 4009 (Baker Creek Road) Contractors will be applying an overlay. Traffic control: Traffic along SR 4005 and 4009 will be utilizing flaggers during normal work hours; multiple work zones may be in project area
CHERRY SPRINGS STATE PARK OFFERS FREE IN-PERSON PROGRAMS THIS FRIDAY, JUNE 9 AND THIS SATURDAY, JUNE 10
In-person programs are this Friday, June 9 and this Saturday, June 10 at Cherry Springs State Park at 4639 Cherry Springs Road, Coudersport, PA 16915. The park is 12 miles from Route 6 in Galeton via West Branch Road and 15 miles from Coudersport via Route 44.
Star gazing programs are in the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Park in the gravel lot and follow the walkway next to the restrooms to the seating area.
Park Welcome & Walking Tour is This Friday, June 9 from 8pm to 8:45pm
Arriving early for a Night Sky Program? Park in the gravel lot for the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Meet park staff at the kiosk near the restroom to go on a short, guided walk of less than a mile on mostly level terrain to learn about park facilities’ past, present and future. All ages welcome. Registration is NOT required.
Nature at Night is from 8pm to 8:45pm This Saturday, June 10
Arriving early for a Night Sky Program? Park in the gravel lot for the Night Sky Public Viewing Area. Join park staff for a family-friendly Nature at Night program featuring fascinating creatures that enjoy the night as much as people do. Possible topics include: fireflies, owls, bats, black bears and more. Those with questions or want to know when a specific topic or animal will be featured during a Nature at Night program can email cherryspringsee@pa.gov or call the park office at 814-435-1037. Registration is NOT required.
Night Sky Tour: The Maiden and the Summer Triangle is This Friday, June 9 and This Saturday, June 10 from 9:15pm to 10pm
Experience the wonder of the night sky at Cherry Springs through a laser-guided tour conducted by park staff. Explore the star formation of the Summer Triangle and the area of the sky near Virgo, the maiden. Listen as the legends and myths surrounding these mysterious patterns in the sky are recounted. Learn about the park’s history, current use, and the importance of dark night skies. Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Through Our Telescopes: Hidden in Plain Sight is This Friday, June 9 and This Saturday, June 10 from 10:15pm to 11pm
Under the guidance of park volunteers and staff, embark on an amazing telescope tour of the night sky. Look through park telescopes at some of the hidden wonders of the night sky and search for double-stars and other features tucked into well-known constellations. No preregistration required. Telescopes are available on a first-come, first-served basis for the time listed, subject to staff and volunteer availability, weather conditions, and crowd size limitations.
Register at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/cherry_springs_state_park for park programs. Questions? Call 1-814-435-1037 or email cherryspringsee@pa.gov.
Registration is encouraged but not required for free in-person programs. The public may choose to register because they will receive an email if a program is cancelled or modified due to weather, etc.
HILLS CREEK STATE PARK IS HOLDING FREE IN-PERSON PROGRAMS THIS WEEKEND JUNE 9, 10 AND 11
This Friday, Saturday and Sunday, June 9, 10 and 11 are free in-person programs at Hills Creek State Park at 111 Spillway Road, Wellsboro, PA 16901.
The park is seven miles northeast of Wellsboro in Charleston Township via Charleston Street and Hills Creek Lake Road. All programs are held rain or shine.
This Friday, June 9 is Program about Nature’s Worst – Tornados
There are over 1100 tornados in the United States, many more than people realize. From 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. this Friday, June 9, in the park’s Nature Center, learn about the differences between watches and warnings and what to do in the event of a tornado while outside.
Bears of Pennsylvania Program is This Saturday, June 10
With the state’s bear population estimated at over 18,000 and the peak of the breeding season being in June, July, and August, interactions between man and bear are more likely. From 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. this Saturday, June 10 in the park’s Nature Center find out what to do when seeing a bear and how to peacefully coexist. Videos and tales of the area’s bears will be featured.
Program on Three Smart Dogs is This Sunday, June 11
From 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. this
Sunday, June 11 in the park’s Nature Center, examine the world of three canines, the red fox, grey fox, and coyote and learn about their unique features and survival strategies in the wild. Skins, mounts, photos and skulls will be used to demonstrate these features.
Information about these programs is posted at https://events.dcnr.pa.gov/hills_creek_state_park/calendar.
For more information about Hills Creek State Park programs, call the park office at 570-724-4246 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. seven days a week.
Think About It
Dirty Water
By
B.J. Knefley
Did you know that if you throw dirty water on plants they continue to thrive? If you throw your soapy water from washing the car on the flowers, they too will continue to thrive. Why is that? You’d think that it would have a diverse affect or that you’d kill them, but you don’t. Instead, they continue to grow and thrive. We on the other hand do not.
When people are put down or otherwise demeaned what happens to them? Do they thrive like the flowers, or do they wither up? Chances are we don’t thrive, in fact just the opposite. We are creatures who look for affirmation and praise. We look to hear good things said about us. We don’t do well with the anger of other people or their words. Feelings hurt, we tend to withdraw and shrivel up and wilt like a dead flower. Why don’t we have the same resiliency as a plant? Is our nature such that we aren’t designed for course or abrasive events, circumstances, or people? When they throw their dirty used water on us why do we shrivel up and die?
We are created for relationship. We don’t do well alone and isolated. Oh, we might like it for a while, but we want companionship even it’s an animal like a dog or cat. The problem is hurt people hurt others. It’s a vicious cycle, and one that’s hard to break. We need to learn to let that dirty water that others throw on us to roll off our backs. We can’t allow it to control us and otherwise pull us down. We have the ability to say no to the message that’s being spoken and then refuse to own what’s being said. The more that we do this the greater opportunity we have to grow and thrive.
Life isn’t always easy. Bad things happen to great people. How we respond to those bad things is important to our overall well-being. We forget that we have the power within us to reject those things that are designed to pull us down. Whether it’s the words of people or the circumstances of life, like the flower we can choose to thrive despite the events. Think about it.
Potter County Farmers Market Friday, June 9th
The Potter County Farmers Market will be outdoors on the square across from the county jail, every Friday from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm. The next market will be this Friday, June 9th. Below is a list of who plans to be there and what they plan on bringing to the Market:
[NOTICE: If you are interested in joining the market this year or have any questions please contact …. Netra Baker, 814-544-7313 netrabaker@hughes.net]
BLUE MARBLE FARM will be at the market with local, organically grown beautiful plants. We will have heirloom Tomato plants, pepper and assorted herb and vegetable plants. It’s never too late to start a garden.
We accept cash, credit cards, and SNAP. For more information, contact Lisa at bluemarblefarm@outlook.com, 814-320-1308 or bluemarblefarm.weebly.com
CARD CREEK BAKERY will be at the Farmers Market. Artisan bread varieties, and sweet breads. Treats for breakfast, lunch, or snack time. Fresh brown eggs from our hen house. Accepting requests for market day or any other time by contacting me at
netrabaker@hughes.net or 814-544-7313
CARING CRAFTS will be attending the Market this week. We have a variety of patterns for our Homemade Travel Pillows. Colorful hand painted clothes pin Wreaths. A variety of plastic canvas ornament/magnet pieces thank include; NFL logos, character theme, military signs, animals, etc.. Stop by and see us and don’t forget to like/ message us your special order on Facebook @ Caring Crafts. We accept cash payments. Hope to see everyone there!
JOANIE’S APIARY plans to be at Market on Friday depending on the weather. (I will not be able to get to market on June 16 th.) I will have our local honey 
HOPPE’S creamed honey will also be available at our table.
ME AND MY BOYS SOAP will be there on Friday. We will have a selection of goat milk based products that include soap bars, shampoo bars, lotions, lotion bars, and bath bombs. We accept cash or card payments. For more information or custom orders contact us at meandmyboyssoap@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page.
QUIET ACRES will be there on the 9th with our selection of Haldeman Mills products – Teff Flour (African Ivory and Dark) for the gluten sensitive, Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancake Mixes, Shortcake/Cobbler Mix, Funnel Cake and Soft Pretzel Mixes. Brinser’s Best Cornmeal. On the craft side we will have upcycled braided rugs/runners/coasters of all sizes as well as aprons, kids and adults. Orders are welcome. We accept cash payments.
BLACK CATS AND PAPERCRAFTS is planning on being there with charms, quilled paper art, wall hangings, hair accessories, paper jewelry, hardbound note/art books and other assorted paper crafts. And we’re breaking out the Pride stuff for Pride Month. For more information, or to make a custom order contact Leon at blackcatsandpapercrafts@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page to see sneak peeks of the new things we’re making at https://facebook.com/blackcatsandpapercrafts
The Potter County Conservation District Is Hiring Dirt and Gravel/Low Volume Road Technician.
Subject: Job Announcement
The Potter County Conservation District is seeking qualified candidates for the position of a Dirt and Gravel/Low Volume Road Technician.
The position will be full-time (37.5 hours/week) with a probationary period of six months. The purpose of this position is to provide for the successful implementation and administration of the DGLVR Program by protecting soil and water resources. The position requires that the person possesses or is willing to acquire knowledge of the entire system. The position also requires knowledge of and the ability to use various software packages. In-house technical knowledge is necessary to evaluate sites for potential pollution and perform all elements of contract management for the program.
The qualified applicant should have an Associate’s Degree/Bachelor’s Degree in an appropriate field or equivalent experience and a valid driver’s license. The position involves extensive contact, both by phone and in person, with a variety of District customers and partners. The person in this position must have excellent communication skills, a pleasant disposition, be courteous, kind, and detail oriented. Tasks will be assigned and supervised by the District Manager per program needs. The salary will be commensurate with experience. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, age, sex, ancestry or national origin.
Please visit www.pottercd.com for an employment application and full job description, or contact our
office at 814-320-4012 or at j.childs@pottercd.com
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and employment application by June 16th, 2023 to:
Jason Childs
Potter County Conservation District
107 Market Street
Coudersport, PA 16915
Smethport Churches Announce VBS
July 10-14, 2023
9:00am – 12:00pm
We are looking for kids who want to become brave like Daniel! Learn about how God is always with us, even when we’re lonely, afraid, or need help. Come for stories, games, crafts, music, singing, and lots of fun! Lunch will be provided.
The program is free and open to all kids ages 4 through 6th grade graduates so bring a friend. Babylon: Daniel’s Courage in Captivity is a collaborative program of Smethport churches. It will be held at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, West Main Street, Smethport.
If you have any questions, please contact the Smethport St. Luke’s Episcopal Church at 814-887-5841.
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SMETHPORT VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
Calvin LeRoy (Roy) Christensen, 78, of Manchester Center, Vermont, and formerly of Warren, PA
Calvin LeRoy (Roy) Christensen, 78, of Manchester Center, Vermont, and formerly of Warren, PA. died peacefully in Bennington, VT. on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, after a 5 year battle with cancer.
He was born in Warren, PA., on February 6, 1945. Roy was the son of Elmer and Hazel Christensen. He had resided in Warren, PA., for 68 years, then moved to Florida and then to Vermont to live with grandchildren.
He was a veteran of the Vietnam War, serving in the U.S. Army from 1964 to 1970, where he was honorably discharged into the Army reserves. He was employed with the former New Process Company, until his retirement.
He was a member of the American Legion and V.F.W. in Vermont.
He is survived by his 2 children – Jaimi Christensen of Winhail, VT., Brandi Yeatman of Enosburg Falls, VT., 1 sister – Susie Pirillo of Warren, PA., 4 Grandchildren – Jamieson & Preston Christensen, Calvin & Helen Yeatman.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Marti, whom he married in 1970 at Grace Methodist Church, Warren, PA.
A Celebration of Roy’s life is planned at a later date and time to be announced.
Shirley M. Pearson, 99, of Warren, PA
Shirley M. Pearson, 99, of Warren, PA, passed away on Wednesday June 7, 2023, in the Warren General Hospital.
She was born in Cassadaga, New York on April 26, 1924, the daughter of the late Walter L. and Marion Albee Mellor. Shirley was a graduate of Russell High School, Class of 1942. She worked for JC Penney’s for 15 years and worked for PNC Bank as a teller for 15 years as well.
Shirley loved to travel, she and her husband Stanley traveled all over the United States traveling to all but two states, they also traveled to Europe, and Puerto Rico. In her later years she enjoyed walking, puzzles, and spending time with her loving family.
Shirley was a member of Grace United Methodist Church, where she volunteered with numerous committees. She was also a founding member of Sweet Adelines.
On April 6, 1946, she married Stanley L. Pearson in Painesville, OH, and they spent 77 years of loving marriage together.
Shirley is survived by her loving husband, Stanley L. Pearson, of Warren, PA; one daughter Kathryn A. Albaugh of Clarendon; three grandchildren Karla Drake and husband Darren of Virginia Beach, VA, Chris Albaugh and wife Jena of Sheffield, PA, and Todd Albaugh of Warren, PA; five great grandchildren, Mason, Cale, Nolan, Alyssa, Adam; one great great-grandson, Ryland; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son in law, Doyle Albaugh, sister Beatrice Koch, and her brother Walter Mellor.
Friends may call at Grace United Methodist Church, 501 Pennsylvania Ave. East, Warren, PA, on Saturday, June 10, 2023, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM. Funeral services will follow at 2:00 pm in the church with the Rev. William “Bill” Beatty, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in Warren County Memorial Park.
Those wishing to place memorial may do so through Grace United Methodist Church’s General Fund, 501 Pennsylvania Ave. East, Warren, PA, or The Salvation Army, (www.salvationarmyusa.org).
E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home Inc. has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Allyson N. Auge, 36, of 6710 Oyler Avenue, Kill Buck, NY
Allyson N. Auge, 36, of 6710 Oyler Avenue, Kill Buck, NY, passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at her residence after a long battle with Crohn’s.
Allyson was born in Olean, NY on December 12, 1986. She was a daughter of Julie (Beer) Newman, of Bradford, and the late Thomas Riddle. She was a 2004 graduate of Bradford High School.
On August 13, 2016, in Allegany NY, she married Carl T. Auge who survives.
Allyson’s greatest joy in life was her children. Even on her most challenging days, you would still see her in attendance supporting her children during band concerts, football games, baseball games, basketball games, and cheering events. She lived for those special moments with the ones that she loved so much, including her dog Hunter who never left her side.
She was the president of the Salamanca Youth Football Sabers Organization from 2020-2022.
Surviving in addition to her husband Carl of Kill Buck NY, and mother Julie of Bradford, are one daughter, Chloe Holleran, three sons, Cory Holleran, and twins, Logan and Lucas Auge, all at home. Additionally, four sisters: Marina Newman, Alise Newman, Marissa Newman, and Andrea Newman, all of Bradford, one brother, Aaron (Hannah) Bobenrieth of Rixford, one sister-in-law, Katie (Matt) Auge, her maternal grandfather, Dan Fitzgerald of Lewis Run, paternal grandparents, Robert and Carol Riddle of White, GA, one niece, Ivy Bobenrieth, and her in-laws, Mary Kay and Chuck Oyler of Little Valley, and Don and Tammy Auge of Great Valley, NY, along with many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas, who died in December of 2021, and her maternal grandmother, Carol Fitzgerald who died October 2022.
Family will receive friends on Monday, June 12, 2023, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., 372 East Main Street, Bradford, and again on Tuesday from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the funeral home, at 11:00 am funeral services will be held with Pastor Jim Lenaway, Pastor of the First Free Methodist Church, officiating. Committal services and burial will follow in McKean Memorial Park Cemetery.
Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made in her name to the Salamanca Warriors Youth Football 3893 Ellicott St., Salamanca, NY 14779 or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
Elija M. “Eli” Mihalko, 17, of Kennedy St., Bradford, PA
Elija M. “Eli” Mihalko, 17, of Kennedy St., Bradford, PA passed away Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at the Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo NY.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com
District Attorney & Police Chief Issue Statement on Fatal ATA Bus/Bicycle Crash in Bradford on Wednesday
(MCKEAN COUNTY, Pennsylvania; June 8, 2023): District Attorney Stephanie Vettenburg-Shaffer and City of Bradford Police Chief Michael Ward responded to a request from the Era in regards to the ATA/Bicycle crash that occurred in the City on June 7.
City of Bradford Police along with City of Bradford Fire Department and EMS responded to the scene on North Center and Pleasant Streets. The investigation is being completed by Bradford City Police.
The investigation was assisted by the availability of a security camera at a nearby residence that captured the entire event. Officers secured the footage early on in the investigation. The video shows the decedent operating a pedal bike and the bike entering an intersection without stopping at a stop sign. The video shows that, at the same time, the ATA bus is proceeding on its path and the two collide.
Out of respect for the family, we will not identify the decedent. He was taken to BRMC and was transferred to an out of state hospital. No charges have been filed in regards to the incident but no final determination will be made until the officers review all evidence and complete the investigation.